Privacy Policy
Last updated: February 17, 2026
1. Introduction
Vetted ("we," "us," "our") operates the vetted.one website and mobile application (the "Platform"). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our Platform.
2. Information We Collect
Personal Information
- Name, date of birth, gender, nationality
- Phone number and email address
- Photos you upload to your profile
- Job title and company (optional)
- Location data (city, and live location during date check-ins)
- Government-issued ID for verification purposes
- Social media profiles (LinkedIn, Instagram) when connected
Usage Information
- Match preferences and interactions (accepts, passes)
- Messages sent and received within the Platform
- Event attendance and RSVP data
- Device information, IP address, and browser type
3. AI-Powered Matching
Vetted uses artificial intelligence and machine learning to provide personalised match recommendations. This includes analysis of:
- Your profile information and stated preferences
- Questionnaire responses and prompt answers
- Behavioural signals (e.g., response rates, conversation patterns)
- Photo quality and profile completeness assessment
- Engagement patterns to optimise match quality
By using the Platform, you consent to this AI-driven analysis for the purpose of improving your match experience. You may contact us to request information about the logic involved in automated decision-making.
4. How We Use Your Information
- To create and manage your account
- To verify your identity and maintain Platform integrity
- To provide AI-curated match recommendations
- To facilitate messaging between matched users
- To process payments for subscriptions and events
- To provide safety features (date check-in, SOS)
- To improve and optimise the Platform
- To send notifications about matches, messages, and events
5. Data Sharing
We do not sell your personal data. We may share information with:
- Other users (limited profile information as displayed on the Platform)
- Service providers (Stripe for payments, Supabase for data storage)
- Law enforcement when required by law or to protect safety
- Emergency services if an SOS is triggered during a date check-in
6. Data Security
We implement industry-standard security measures including encryption in transit and at rest, row-level security policies, and regular security audits. Government ID documents are stored securely and deleted after verification is complete.
7. Your Rights
You have the right to:
- Access your personal data
- Correct inaccurate information
- Delete your account and associated data
- Export your data in a portable format
- Object to automated decision-making
- Withdraw consent at any time
8. Data Retention
We retain your data for as long as your account is active. Upon account deletion, we remove your personal data within 30 days, except where retention is required by law or for safety investigations.
9. Contact Us
For privacy-related inquiries, contact us at privacy@vetted.one